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Rotavirus cases in children are rising – but a highly effective vaccine has slashed hospitalizations from the virus by 80% in 2 decades

As rotavirus spreads this season, doctors worry that falling vaccination rates may endanger kids.

Rotavirus cases in children are rising – but a highly effective vaccine has slashed hospitalizations from the virus by 80% in 2 decades
Education

High school yearbooks focus on the fun students had, obscuring the pain people also experienced

A review of nearly 100 years of high school yearbooks from Salinas High School in California showcases a nostalgic, not always accurate, version of high school.

High school yearbooks focus on the fun students had, obscuring the pain people also experienced
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Opinion|Technology

How personal finance advice is getting political, thanks to ‘finfluencers’

Money management guidance used to be uncontroversial and staid. It’s become something completely different on social media.

How personal finance advice is getting political, thanks to ‘finfluencers’
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|World

Once punished for weaving, this Mexican artisan uses her loom for LGBTQ+ resistance

Xaneri Merino, a transgender woman and artisan from southern Mexico, was once punished for weaving in her Indigenous community, where men are largely barred from weaving

Once punished for weaving, this Mexican artisan uses her loom for LGBTQ+ resistance
Education|Environment|Health|Science|World

Climate doom and gloom? Try laughing instead. Activists embrace joy in the fight to save Earth

Across the world, groups of activists, teachers and psychologists are tackling one of the world’s most daunting problems — human-caused climate change — with laughter, dancing, hugs and most especially joy

Climate doom and gloom? Try laughing instead. Activists embrace joy in the fight to save Earth
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Travel

Exploring barefoot trails on 2 continents as a way to connect with nature this Earth Day

Barefoot trails located around the world invite visitors to get close to nature in a different way

Exploring barefoot trails on 2 continents as a way to connect with nature this Earth Day
Crime|Education|Political|World

Palestinian schoolboy among two killed by Israeli settlers, amid spate of attacks on education in the West Bank

Palestinian schoolboy among two killed by Israeli settlers, amid spate of attacks on education in the West Bank

Palestinian schoolboy among two killed by Israeli settlers, amid spate of attacks on education in the West Bank
Business|Education|Environment|Food|Science

Researchers have spent decades breeding better potatoes for chips, and their work isn't done

There’s a surprising amount of science in a bag of potato chips

Researchers have spent decades breeding better potatoes for chips, and their work isn't done
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

China unveils plan to make cities more youth, child friendly

China has issued a new proposal urging cities to integrate youth development into urban planning, housing, healthcare, education and public services, in a broader push

China unveils plan to make cities more youth, child friendly
Arts|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

People living with dementia are often overlooked. This tour at the Berlin Zoo seeks to change that

Museums and other cultural institutions across the globe have added barrier-free tours and guides to their repertoire

People living with dementia are often overlooked. This tour at the Berlin Zoo seeks to change that
Education|Health|Science|Technology

Los Angeles schools set limits on classroom screen time

Los Angeles' school board on Tuesday passed a measure regulating students’ screen time during classroom assignments, reflecting concerns that technology could be

Los Angeles schools set limits on classroom screen time
Education

Texas can require public schools to display Ten Commandments in classrooms, court rules

A U.S. appeals court says Texas can require the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms

Texas can require public schools to display Ten Commandments in classrooms, court rules
Education|US

Texas can require Ten Commandments in classrooms, US appeals court rules

A divided U.S. federal appeals court ruled on Tuesday that Texas can require public schools to display the biblical Ten Commandments in every

Texas can require Ten Commandments in classrooms, US appeals court rules
Business|Crime|Education|Finance|World

Gun used to kill 8 children was stolen from truck, Louisiana man tells investigators

The owner of the gun that was used by a gunman to kill eight children in Louisiana on Sunday says the firearm was stolen from his truck, according to court documents

Gun used to kill 8 children was stolen from truck, Louisiana man tells investigators
Business|Crime|Education|Political|World

US Southern Poverty Law Center charged with fraud over use of paid informants

The Trump administration obtained a criminal indictment on Tuesday charging the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), a

US Southern Poverty Law Center charged with fraud over use of paid informants
Business|Economy|Education|Political|Sports

Trump renews his call for Congress to intervene and pass legislation to control college sports

President Donald Trump repeated his call for Congress to pass legislation that would rein in college sports at a time athletes are allowed to move freely from school to school and command salaries that put athletic departments in financial peril

Trump renews his call for Congress to intervene and pass legislation to control college sports
Business|Education|Health|Science|Technology

‘Big Tech or families?’ Parents head to Washington to reignite fight for online safety laws

‘Big Tech or families?’ Parents head to Washington to reignite fight for online safety laws

‘Big Tech or families?’ Parents head to Washington to reignite fight for online safety laws
Arts|Education|Entertainment|US

New play looks to explain how the U.S. Constitution plays a role in daily life

New play looks to explain how the U.S. Constitution plays a role in daily life

New play looks to explain how the U.S. Constitution plays a role in daily life
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Florida attorney general launches criminal investigation into ChatGPT maker OpenAI after deadly FSU shooting

Florida attorney general launches criminal investigation into ChatGPT maker OpenAI after deadly FSU shooting

Florida attorney general launches criminal investigation into ChatGPT maker OpenAI after deadly FSU shooting
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

College students save man trapped in apartment fire

College students save man trapped in apartment fire

College students save man trapped in apartment fire
Economy|Education|Environment|Travel|World

Pope criticizes colonization of Africa's minerals as he arrives in Equatorial Guinea

Pope Leo XIV has denounced the “colonization” of minerals and the “lust for power” in Equatorial Guinea at the end of his four-nation African trip

Pope criticizes colonization of Africa's minerals as he arrives in Equatorial Guinea
Crime|Education|Environment|Science

4 birds still missing after break-in at Marysville falconry facility

4 birds still missing after break-in at Marysville falconry facility

4 birds still missing after break-in at Marysville falconry facility
Education|Environment

Water rushes into elementary school amid severe storm flooding

Water rushes into elementary school amid severe storm flooding

Water rushes into elementary school amid severe storm flooding
Business|Education|Health|Science|Technology

Michael and Susan Dell fund 'AI-native' medical center with $750 million gift to University of Texas

Billionaires Michael and Susan Dell are donating $750 million to the University of Texas at Austin

Michael and Susan Dell fund 'AI-native' medical center with $750 million gift to University of Texas
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Gunman shoots at Whitney Young HS principal, another driver in Washington Heights: VIDEO

Gunman shoots at Whitney Young HS principal, another driver in Washington Heights: VIDEO

Gunman shoots at Whitney Young HS principal, another driver in Washington Heights: VIDEO
Crime|Education|Health

Doctor at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital explains how to respond to a choking baby

Doctor at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital explains how to respond to a choking baby

Doctor at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital explains how to respond to a choking baby
Education|Health|Political|Sports

Protecting girls or an attack on trans youth? Breaking down a controversial proposal on Colorado's ballot

Protecting girls or an attack on trans youth? Breaking down a controversial proposal on Colorado's ballot

Protecting girls or an attack on trans youth? Breaking down a controversial proposal on Colorado's ballot
Arts|Economy|Education|Entertainment

Community members rally against proposed budget cuts to arts and libraries

Community members rally against proposed budget cuts to arts and libraries

Community members rally against proposed budget cuts to arts and libraries
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Former Plainfield School District 202 teacher charged with grooming, soliciting minor

Former Plainfield School District 202 teacher charged with grooming, soliciting minor

Former Plainfield School District 202 teacher charged with grooming, soliciting minor
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Hurricanes devastated Florida’s East Coast – then seagrass made an unexpected comeback

After years of collapse, seagrass in Florida’s Mosquito Lagoon rebounded unexpectedly following 2022 hurricanes, offering new insight into ecosystem resilience.

Hurricanes devastated Florida’s East Coast – then seagrass made an unexpected comeback
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Despite all the likes, literallys and dropped g’s, English isn’t decaying before our eyes

Throughout the history of the language, what has been considered ‘bad’ speech often becomes ‘proper.’ You just have to give it time.

Despite all the likes, literallys and dropped g’s, English isn’t decaying before our eyes
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health

Signs of economic instability emerge in Oakland County, one of Michigan’s wealthiest

A sociologist’s analysis of a Michigan county reveals pockets of economic instability as rising housing costs continue to pressure residents.

Signs of economic instability emerge in Oakland County, one of Michigan’s wealthiest
Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Umbilical cord blood may hold clues for a child’s risk of developing Type 1 diabetes

Genetics may only partially determine a newborn’s risk of developing Type 1 diabetes. Screening umbilical cord blood could lead to earlier treatments to prevent or reduce disease.

Umbilical cord blood may hold clues for a child’s risk of developing Type 1 diabetes
Education

Pennsylvania high school history instructor named nation's Teacher of the Year

A high school history teacher in Pennsylvania who helps students look inward to find their strengths and outward to find community has been named the 2026 National Teacher of the Year

Pennsylvania high school history instructor named nation's Teacher of the Year
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Placebo effect can work as well as real medicine – but your body may need permission to use it

The placebo effect is more than just mental – it’s a biological system that can measurably improve a patient’s symptoms. But someone else needs to activate it – creating a risk of manipulation.

Placebo effect can work as well as real medicine – but your body may need permission to use it
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Spring’s first meteor shower takes place this week. Here’s how to watch

Spring’s first meteor shower takes place this week. Here’s how to watch

Spring’s first meteor shower takes place this week. Here’s how to watch
Business|Education|Sports

Val Ackerman transformed basketball and the Big East. Now the conference faces a critical juncture

Val Ackerman transformed basketball and the Big East. Now the conference faces a critical juncture

Val Ackerman transformed basketball and the Big East. Now the conference faces a critical juncture
Arts|Education|Travel|World

A portal to an ancient, invisible realm reopens in Uganda

A portal to an ancient, invisible realm reopens in Uganda

A portal to an ancient, invisible realm reopens in Uganda
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Technology

Apple's new CEO is a product perfectionist taking on the AI age

To understand how Apple's new CEO John Ternus will run the company, pay attention to what he refuses to sell.

Apple's new CEO is a product perfectionist taking on the AI age
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Science

Former Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden cheered as she wins Authors Guild honor

Former Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden received the Champion of Writers Award from the Authors Guild

Former Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden cheered as she wins Authors Guild honor
Education|Political|Travel|World

Did Pope Leo find his voice in Africa? Or did the world finally hear him?

There is a case to be made that Pope Leo XIV found his voice on his epic and ongoing trip through Africa

Did Pope Leo find his voice in Africa? Or did the world finally hear him?
Crime|Education

A preschool classroom is shaken by loss after a mass killing in Louisiana

Across Shreveport, Louisiana, schools were limping through the day, stung by the deadliest mass shooting in the U.S. in more than two years

A preschool classroom is shaken by loss after a mass killing in Louisiana
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|US

What to know about a Louisiana father fatally shooting 8 children, including his own

A Louisiana father fatally shot his seven children and another child, wounded his wife and another woman the deadliest mass shooting in the U.S. in more than two years

What to know about a Louisiana father fatally shooting 8 children, including his own
Crime|Education|World

Planned fight near North Carolina middle school erupts into shooting, killing 2 teens and wounding 5, police say

Planned fight near North Carolina middle school erupts into shooting, killing 2 teens and wounding 5, police say

Planned fight near North Carolina middle school erupts into shooting, killing 2 teens and wounding 5, police say
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

'Run as fast as you can': Mom recalls night of gunfire in Iowa City

'Run as fast as you can': Mom recalls night of gunfire in Iowa City

'Run as fast as you can': Mom recalls night of gunfire in Iowa City
Education|Health

7-year-old boy battling 2 rare cancers at the same time

7-year-old boy battling 2 rare cancers at the same time

7-year-old boy battling 2 rare cancers at the same time
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Don’t just plant trees, plant forests to restore biodiversity for the future

The tree mix matters. Near Chesapeake Bay, scientists have been experimenting with mini-forests for over a decade. The surprising results show how biodiversity pays off.

Don’t just plant trees, plant forests to restore biodiversity for the future
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Neighbors clean up vandalized staple of their neighborhood

Neighbors clean up vandalized staple of their neighborhood

Neighbors clean up vandalized staple of their neighborhood
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Man killed after car falls on him while changing tire

Man killed after car falls on him while changing tire

Man killed after car falls on him while changing tire
Education|Science|Technology

University of New Hampshire to use AI-generated recordings to announce names at graduation again

University of New Hampshire to use AI-generated recordings to announce names at graduation again

University of New Hampshire to use AI-generated recordings to announce names at graduation again
Crime|Education|World

Erdogan promises tighter gun controls after deadly Turkey school attacks

Turkey will tighten gun-ownership rules and increase penalties for owners whose children find the firearms, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday after last week's rare,

Erdogan promises tighter gun controls after deadly Turkey school attacks
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Mother and 6 children killed in explosion and fire at central Pennsylvania home

Authorities say an Amish woman and her six children ranging in age from 3 to 11 were killed in an explosion and fast-moving fire at a rural Pennsylvania home

Mother and 6 children killed in explosion and fire at central Pennsylvania home
Business|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Simple ways to make meetings work better for employees on the autism spectrum

Employees on the autism spectrum and employers that want to embrace neurodiversity can make work environments more welcoming for people who may struggle with job-related social interactions

Simple ways to make meetings work better for employees on the autism spectrum
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Family opens basement to strangers seeking shelter during tornado

Family opens basement to strangers seeking shelter during tornado

Family opens basement to strangers seeking shelter during tornado
Arts|Education|Entertainment

Paul Revere’s midnight ride unfolds in broad daylight — with a police escort

The historic midnight ride of Paul Revere was reenacted Monday but with some modern-day tweaks: It was run in the middle of the day, and the horse and rider had a police escort

Paul Revere’s midnight ride unfolds in broad daylight — with a police escort
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Travel

Pilot in deadly plane crash in Pasco County identified: PSO

Pilot in deadly plane crash in Pasco County identified: PSO

Pilot in deadly plane crash in Pasco County identified: PSO
Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

West Coast Falconry faces heartbreak after birds go missing

West Coast Falconry faces heartbreak after birds go missing

West Coast Falconry faces heartbreak after birds go missing
Education|Environment|Science|World

Chimpanzees in Uganda are in a ‘civil war,’ and researchers are unsure how it will end

Chimpanzees in Uganda are in a ‘civil war,’ and researchers are unsure how it will end

Chimpanzees in Uganda are in a ‘civil war,’ and researchers are unsure how it will end
Education|Sports|Travel

8-year-old logs flight hours while chasing his dream of becoming a pilot

8-year-old logs flight hours while chasing his dream of becoming a pilot

8-year-old logs flight hours while chasing his dream of becoming a pilot
Education|Environment|Science

University of Maryland students transform the campus golf course into a living environmental laboratory

University of Maryland students transform the campus golf course into a living environmental laboratory

University of Maryland students transform the campus golf course into a living environmental laboratory
Crime|Education|Environment|World

Winston-Salem park shooting: Multiple victims, suspects identified and located as two schools remain on secure lockdown

Winston-Salem park shooting: Multiple victims, suspects identified and located as two schools remain on secure lockdown

Winston-Salem park shooting: Multiple victims, suspects identified and located as two schools remain on secure lockdown
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Most fashion mannequins are about a size 2. The Met Gala exhibit is making room for diverse bodies

The upcoming fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art examines “the dressed body” in art over the centuries

Most fashion mannequins are about a size 2. The Met Gala exhibit is making room for diverse bodies
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

APS rescues over 40 animals from poor conditions at illegal organization

APS rescues over 40 animals from poor conditions at illegal organization

APS rescues over 40 animals from poor conditions at illegal organization
Education|Political|US|World

Supreme Court will hear from religious preschools challenging exclusion from taxpayer-funded program

The Supreme Court will hear from Catholic preschools that say it’s unconstitutional to exclude them from a state-funded program because they won’t admit kids from LGBTQ+ families

Supreme Court will hear from religious preschools challenging exclusion from taxpayer-funded program
Economy|Education|Health

Navy veteran owed thousands of dollars from military

Navy veteran owed thousands of dollars from military

Navy veteran owed thousands of dollars from military
Education|Health|Lifestyle

Surgeon donates safe space to youth facility in honor of 13-year-old patient

Surgeon donates safe space to youth facility in honor of 13-year-old patient

Surgeon donates safe space to youth facility in honor of 13-year-old patient
Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Woman launches project to honor single moms for Mother's Day

Woman launches project to honor single moms for Mother's Day

Woman launches project to honor single moms for Mother's Day
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Walk honors mothers lost to childbirth, raises awareness for health disparities

Walk honors mothers lost to childbirth, raises awareness for health disparities

Walk honors mothers lost to childbirth, raises awareness for health disparities
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

NYC medical students help children with autism move, connect through free ballet course

NYC medical students help children with autism move, connect through free ballet course

NYC medical students help children with autism move, connect through free ballet course
Education|World

Supreme Court will decide if preschools that decline children of same-sex couples may receive state funding

Supreme Court will decide if preschools that decline children of same-sex couples may receive state funding

Supreme Court will decide if preschools that decline children of same-sex couples may receive state funding
Education|Science

Is the science that we do today truth, likely to be a lie, or is it undetermined?

Science itself isn’t ‘truth,’ but it is an activity with the goal of getting closer to the truth.

Is the science that we do today truth, likely to be a lie, or is it undetermined?
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

It’s a myth that baby boys are less social than girls – a new look at decades of research shows all babies are born to connect

Pulling together the results of 40 experiments done by different teams over decades, researchers found that infant boys and girls equally tune in to human faces and voices.

It’s a myth that baby boys are less social than girls – a new look at decades of research shows all babies are born to connect
Education|Science|Technology

Most people do not realize when a personal message they receive was written by AI, study finds

When people know someone used AI to write a message, they see the person as lazy or insincere.

Most people do not realize when a personal message they receive was written by AI, study finds
Crime|Education|Health|Science

Intimate partner homicide has clear warning signs – and is often preventable, research shows

Women are at highest risk of being hurt or killed after separating from a potentially violent partner, but interventions such as taking away the former partner’s firearms can protect them.

Intimate partner homicide has clear warning signs – and is often preventable, research shows
Business|Crime|Education|Technology

Google testimony challenges key claim in Indonesian corruption trial

Former Google executives have testified that Google’s investment in Indonesia's GoTo was not linked to the Education Ministry’s Chromebook procurement during the COVID-19 pandemic

Google testimony challenges key claim in Indonesian corruption trial
Education|Health

Schools are supposed to limit using restraint and seclusion to discipline kids – but parents I spoke with say the practice is wildly misused

Interviews with parents of students with disabilities show that children were often physically restrained and secluded at school for nonviolent offenses.

Schools are supposed to limit using restraint and seclusion to discipline kids – but parents I spoke with say the practice is wildly misused
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Community support grows after mass killing of 8 children

Community support grows after mass killing of 8 children

Community support grows after mass killing of 8 children
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, with 'Sold' topping the list

The American Library Association says book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs

Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, with 'Sold' topping the list
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Health|Stock Markets|US

Wildfire survivors who lost their homes could face another blow from taxes on settlement payouts

Thousands of survivors of the 2025 Eaton Fire in California are accepting settlements from the utility accused of causing it

Wildfire survivors who lost their homes could face another blow from taxes on settlement payouts
Education|Health|Science|Technology

Hofstra student diagnosed with severe autism at age 2 graduating with honors: "Never thought I would get this far"

Hofstra student diagnosed with severe autism at age 2 graduating with honors: "Never thought I would get this far"

Hofstra student diagnosed with severe autism at age 2 graduating with honors: "Never thought I would get this far"
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Funky-smelling Bradford pear tree among 30 invasive species getting banned in New Jersey

Funky-smelling Bradford pear tree among 30 invasive species getting banned in New Jersey

Funky-smelling Bradford pear tree among 30 invasive species getting banned in New Jersey
Crime|Education|Entertainment|US

3 students, 2 others shot along nightlife district near the University of Iowa, authorities say

Authorities in Iowa say three University of Iowa students have been wounded in a shooting that erupted in a nightlife district near campus

3 students, 2 others shot along nightlife district near the University of Iowa, authorities say
Arts|Education|Entertainment

Eddie Murphy receives life achievement award by AFI, drawing standing ovation at star-filled tribute

Eddie Murphy has received the American Film Institute's life achievement award at a star-studded ceremony

Eddie Murphy receives life achievement award by AFI, drawing standing ovation at star-filled tribute
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Football-Skydiver left dangling when parachute snags on stadium video board

A skydiver trailing a large American flag drifted off course and became tangled in the video board at a U.S. college football game on Saturday, leaving him suspended above the

Football-Skydiver left dangling when parachute snags on stadium video board
Arts|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Comedy trailblazer Eddie Murphy receives AFI Life Achievement Award

Eddie Murphy received the American Film Institute’s (AFI) Life Achievement Award on Saturday night in Los Angeles, honoring a career that has

Comedy trailblazer Eddie Murphy receives AFI Life Achievement Award
Business|Economy|Education|Political|US

Obama meets Mamdani in New York City before reading to preschoolers

Former President Barack Obama has met privately with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani before joining together to read to preschoolers at a child care center in the Bronx

Obama meets Mamdani in New York City before reading to preschoolers
Economy|Education|Political|US

Mamdani and Obama meet face-to-face in New York City

Mamdani and Obama meet face-to-face in New York City

Mamdani and Obama meet face-to-face in New York City
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Video shows moment car runs red light, kills driver and dog in West Philadelphia crash

Video shows moment car runs red light, kills driver and dog in West Philadelphia crash

Video shows moment car runs red light, kills driver and dog in West Philadelphia crash
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo downplays feud with Trump, says 'not in my interest' to debate him

Pope Leo sought to downplay his feud with U.S.

Pope Leo downplays feud with Trump, says 'not in my interest' to debate him
Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Sports|Technology|World

A US citizen said she was illegally held by ICE. Surveillance video, the DHS and a million-dollar lawsuit say otherwise

A US citizen said she was illegally held by ICE. Surveillance video, the DHS and a million-dollar lawsuit say otherwise

A US citizen said she was illegally held by ICE. Surveillance video, the DHS and a million-dollar lawsuit say otherwise
Education|Entertainment|Political|World

Stories of Black and Indigenous patriots come into focus as US remembers the American Revolution

The stories of Black and Indigenous men who fought during the American Revolution are sometimes overlooked

Stories of Black and Indigenous patriots come into focus as US remembers the American Revolution
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel

The Lyrid meteor shower is visible now and peaking soon. Here's how to spot it

The Lyrid meteor shower is expected to bring fiery streaks to the night sky

The Lyrid meteor shower is visible now and peaking soon. Here's how to spot it
Education|Health|Political

Trump's dyslexia barbs stir anguish and anger, perpetuating a myth about the learning disability

Some of the harshest words that President Donald Trump has used against a leading Democratic rival aren't about political differences but rather a learning disability

Trump's dyslexia barbs stir anguish and anger, perpetuating a myth about the learning disability
Business|Economy|Education|Lifestyle|Technology

It’s time for students to start committing to colleges. The age of AI is making it complicated

It’s time for students to start committing to colleges. The age of AI is making it complicated

It’s time for students to start committing to colleges. The age of AI is making it complicated
Americas|Crime|Education|Europe|Political|US|World

Turning Point USA’s high school push in GOP states meets free speech and religion concerns

A push by Republican leaders to promote Turning Point USA chapters in public high schools is stirring a free speech debate

Turning Point USA’s high school push in GOP states meets free speech and religion concerns
Education|World

States eulogize Charlie Kirk with new laws promoting religion and free speech

A new law named after Charlie Kirk is encouraging Tennessee teachers to include the positive impacts of religion in American history classes

States eulogize Charlie Kirk with new laws promoting religion and free speech
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Defense team in Charlie Kirk murder case says courtroom cameras are unfairly tilting case

Defense witnesses in the prosecution of the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk say conjecture about the case is making it impossible to have a fair trial

Defense team in Charlie Kirk murder case says courtroom cameras are unfairly tilting case
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Traffic and trepidation in the Persian Gulf could keep gasoline prices from dropping quickly

Oil prices plunged and the stock market rallied after U.S. President Donald Trump and Iran’s foreign minister said that the Strait of Hormuz is fully open

Traffic and trepidation in the Persian Gulf could keep gasoline prices from dropping quickly
Business|Crime|Education|US|World

Judge declines to dismiss case in 1979 disappearance of Etan Patz, setting up 3rd trial

The murder case surrounding the 1979 disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz is on track for a third trial

Judge declines to dismiss case in 1979 disappearance of Etan Patz, setting up 3rd trial
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Technology

Ex-CEO, ex-CFO of bankrupt AI company charged with fraud

The former chief executive and chief financial officer of iLearningEngines, which provided AI-driven business automation technology, were indicted on

Ex-CEO, ex-CFO of bankrupt AI company charged with fraud
Crime|Education|US|World

Pro-Palestinian Tufts University graduate targeted by Trump administration returns to Turkey

A Tufts University graduate who was arrested by U.S. immigration agents last year as part of the targeting by President Donald Trump's administration of

Pro-Palestinian Tufts University graduate targeted by Trump administration returns to Turkey
Arts|Economy|Education

Hampshire College’s demise is yet another blow to creative, outside-the-box options in higher education

Hampshire College’s student-driven, unorthodox approach to education has roots in the early 1900s and a belief that students should be active, engaged learners.

Hampshire College’s demise is yet another blow to creative, outside-the-box options in higher education
Education|Entertainment|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Political|Sports

Transgender athlete focuses on what may be her last track season as Supreme Court ruling looms

A West Virginia transgender girl who competes on her high school girls' track team says she's focused on having fun with her friends

Transgender athlete focuses on what may be her last track season as Supreme Court ruling looms
Africa|Economy|Education|Political|World

Pope urges Africa's youth to resist dual temptations of migration and corruption in Cameroon

Pope Leo XIV is encouraging young people in Cameroon to resist the temptation to migrate and to stay at home and fight corruption

Pope urges Africa's youth to resist dual temptations of migration and corruption in Cameroon
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

‘We just can’t go back’: How one mom dramatically cut her family’s technology use

‘We just can’t go back’: How one mom dramatically cut her family’s technology use

‘We just can’t go back’: How one mom dramatically cut her family’s technology use
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Child survives 60-foot fall from Worcester apartment building window: "That kid had guardian angels"

Child survives 60-foot fall from Worcester apartment building window: "That kid had guardian angels"

Child survives 60-foot fall from Worcester apartment building window: "That kid had guardian angels"
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Nebraska proposes $600 million renovation of Memorial Stadium to be finished in time for 2028 season

Nebraska’s Memorial Stadium will undergo a $600 million renovation that will make the 103-year-old venue more fan-friendly and greatly increase revenue for the athletic department, according to a plan expected to be approved next week

Nebraska proposes $600 million renovation of Memorial Stadium to be finished in time for 2028 season
Crime|Education|Entertainment|World

Mexico masculinity summit plows ahead after public funding backlash

A masculinity summit featuring controversial speakers such as writer Jordan Peterson is set to go ahead on Friday in Mexico's Jalisco state, among

Mexico masculinity summit plows ahead after public funding backlash
Arts|Education|Travel|World

Pope’s Mass for more than 100,000 in Cameroon highlights Catholicism’s growth in Africa

Pope’s Mass for more than 100,000 in Cameroon highlights Catholicism’s growth in Africa

Pope’s Mass for more than 100,000 in Cameroon highlights Catholicism’s growth in Africa
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

It's not just Allbirds - another meme-stock season is on the horizon, Vanda Research says

U.S. tax season is over, but meme-stock season is just getting started.

It's not just Allbirds - another meme-stock season is on the horizon, Vanda Research says
Education|Europe

About half of young Americans can’t name a single Holocaust site, repeating a pattern of ignorance seen in postwar Germany

West Germany’s educational reforms in the 1960s and ‘70s show that gaps in knowledge can sometimes create opportunity for rethinking educational methods.

About half of young Americans can’t name a single Holocaust site, repeating a pattern of ignorance seen in postwar Germany
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Ancient teeth reveal clues to the environment humans’ early ancestors evolved in millions of years ago

Through fossilized tooth enamel, scientists are reconstructing the diets and landscapes that existed millions of years ago. We really are what we eat.

Ancient teeth reveal clues to the environment humans’ early ancestors evolved in millions of years ago
Education|Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

Notre Dame and Villanova hoops teams set to visit the Pope in Rome next season

Notre Dame and Villanova hoops teams set to visit the Pope in Rome next season

Notre Dame and Villanova hoops teams set to visit the Pope in Rome next season
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|US

Vigil held for hit-and-run victim in Makiki as family pleads for answers

Vigil held for hit-and-run victim in Makiki as family pleads for answers

Vigil held for hit-and-run victim in Makiki as family pleads for answers
Economy|Education|Environment|Health

More than a dozen traveling preschools to close across Hawaii

More than a dozen traveling preschools to close across Hawaii

More than a dozen traveling preschools to close across Hawaii
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Technology

From Charlie Kirk's killing to OJ, how courtroom cameras spark debate

Cameras in U.S. courtrooms have offered the world a portal into the inner workings of notorious criminal proceedings

From Charlie Kirk's killing to OJ, how courtroom cameras spark debate
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

After a paralyzing stroke, a South Korean pianist recreates himself as a one-handed performer

In 2012, South Korean pianist Lee Hun suffered a major stroke that left him with a right-sided paralysis

After a paralyzing stroke, a South Korean pianist recreates himself as a one-handed performer
Economy|Education|Environment|World

Bangladesh considers partial online classes amid energy crisis

Bangladesh is considering introducing partial online classes in schools as part of austerity measures to ease pressure from the global energy crisis and domestic

Bangladesh considers partial online classes amid energy crisis
Education|Health|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Artemis II astronauts praise their moonship's performance, especially the heat shield

The Artemis II astronauts who ignited a lunar renaissance are giving high marks to their moonship for its performance during reentry — especially the heat shield

Artemis II astronauts praise their moonship's performance, especially the heat shield
Education|Europe|Political|Technology|World

French Senate debates social media ban for children under 15

French senators vote on Tuesday on a draft law that aims to ban social media access for children under the age of 15, joining countries around the world

French Senate debates social media ban for children under 15
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NHTSA opens probe into about 75,000 Nissan Frontier trucks over fuel leak concerns

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Tuesday launched a probe into about 75,300 model-year 2006 Nissan Frontier pickup trucks due to concerns about potential fuel

NHTSA opens probe into about 75,000 Nissan Frontier trucks over fuel leak concerns
Crime|Education|MidEast|World

Trump administration attempts to deport Iranian media commentator Yousof Azizi

The Trump administration said on Thursday it was attempting to deport an Iranian academic and media commentator, who it alleged had lied on his visa

Trump administration attempts to deport Iranian media commentator Yousof Azizi
Education|Health|World

Orphaned by Israeli strike, Syrian girl in Beirut wants to return to friends and school

A month ago, Nariman al-Issa's life was like any 12-year-old's: she played with toys and rode her bicycle in Beirut's southern suburbs.

Orphaned by Israeli strike, Syrian girl in Beirut wants to return to friends and school
Crime|Education|US|World

US federal law enforcement to be present at Marine Corps graduation

U.S. federal law enforcement personnel will be present at an upcoming Marine Corps graduation, according to a message on the corps' Parris Island

US federal law enforcement to be present at Marine Corps graduation
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Brazil's Lula announces Alckmin as running mate for 2026 election

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Tuesday that Vice President Geraldo Alckmin will again be his running mate in an October election,

Brazil's Lula announces Alckmin as running mate for 2026 election
Education|Health|Political|World

US Supreme Court rejects Colorado's ban on LGBT 'conversion' talk therapy

The U.S.

US Supreme Court rejects Colorado's ban on LGBT 'conversion' talk therapy
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LaGuardia controller staffing may have violated procedures on night of collision, document shows

Air traffic controller staffing at LaGuardia airport on the night an Air Canada jet collided with a fire truck may have violated the facility's

LaGuardia controller staffing may have violated procedures on night of collision, document shows
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Incredible images from the Sony World Photography Awards 2026 unveiled

Incredible images from the Sony World Photography Awards 2026 unveiled

Incredible images from the Sony World Photography Awards 2026 unveiled
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Why Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon prayer services challenge traditional notions of separation of church and state – but might be blessed by the Roberts Supreme Court

When government officials hold prayer services, quote scripture and engage in religious proselytizing at the workplace, is it religious freedom – or an old-fashioned First Amendment violation?

Why Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon prayer services challenge traditional notions of separation of church and state – but might be blessed by the Roberts Supreme Court
Business|Education|Political|World

US judge rejects IRS pact allowing churches to endorse political candidates

A federal judge on Tuesday declined to approve a Trump administration-crafted settlement that would have allowed churches and other houses of worship to endorse

US judge rejects IRS pact allowing churches to endorse political candidates
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Serbian students, protesters clash with police in Belgrade

Hundreds of Serbian students clashed with police on Tuesday during a protest

Serbian students, protesters clash with police in Belgrade
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A war meant to break Iran could leave Tehran stronger, and Gulf exposed

If President Donald Trump ends the war with Iran without a deal, he risks leaving Tehran with a stranglehold over Middle East energy supplies and Gulf Arab

A war meant to break Iran could leave Tehran stronger, and Gulf exposed
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Woman accused of letting newborn die asking to be released on bond

Woman accused of letting newborn die asking to be released on bond

Woman accused of letting newborn die asking to be released on bond
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Naples girl who suffers brain bleed meets the person who made hospital days a little brighter

Naples girl who suffers brain bleed meets the person who made hospital days a little brighter

Naples girl who suffers brain bleed meets the person who made hospital days a little brighter
Education|Technology

Students swap screens for stories. Dallas ISD book checkouts soar amid state's first cellphone ban for public schools

Students swap screens for stories. Dallas ISD book checkouts soar amid state's first cellphone ban for public schools

Students swap screens for stories. Dallas ISD book checkouts soar amid state's first cellphone ban for public schools
Arts|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Jaafar Jackson, members of Jackson 5 appear at special screening of "Michael" in Gary, Indiana

Jaafar Jackson, members of Jackson 5 appear at special screening of "Michael" in Gary, Indiana

Jaafar Jackson, members of Jackson 5 appear at special screening of "Michael" in Gary, Indiana
Business|Economy|Education|Health

'They took everything away': Mom's SNAP benefits canceled after losing child support

'They took everything away': Mom's SNAP benefits canceled after losing child support

'They took everything away': Mom's SNAP benefits canceled after losing child support
Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

'I was so scared,' Teen attacked on way home from high school speaks out

'I was so scared,' Teen attacked on way home from high school speaks out

'I was so scared,' Teen attacked on way home from high school speaks out
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Neighbor helps find missing woman, loses UTV to a fire after rescue effort

Neighbor helps find missing woman, loses UTV to a fire after rescue effort

Neighbor helps find missing woman, loses UTV to a fire after rescue effort
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Major cases involving Trump at the US Supreme Court

The U.S.

Major cases involving Trump at the US Supreme Court
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

Trump administration cannot alter homelessness funding conditions, US court rules

A federal appeals court on Wednesday refused to allow the Trump administration to impose new restrictions on billions of dollars in grant funding used to

Trump administration cannot alter homelessness funding conditions, US court rules
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Woman shares story behind viral video of mama bear wrangling cubs

Woman shares story behind viral video of mama bear wrangling cubs

Woman shares story behind viral video of mama bear wrangling cubs
Australia|Crime|Education|Health|World

Alleged Bondi gunman loses bid to give family anonymity

A man accused of one of Australia's worst ever mass shootings on Thursday lost a bid to prevent media from reporting the identities of his family. 

Alleged Bondi gunman loses bid to give family anonymity
Crime|Education

Police say teen shot father in school car line after argument

Police say teen shot father in school car line after argument

Police say teen shot father in school car line after argument
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Santa Cruz County groups plan straw bale tiny home village to address housing crisis

Santa Cruz County groups plan straw bale tiny home village to address housing crisis

Santa Cruz County groups plan straw bale tiny home village to address housing crisis
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Stellantis, Microsoft sign five-year partnership for AI push

Stellantis and Microsoft said on Thursday they agreed to a five‑year strategic partnership to co-develop artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity and engineering

Stellantis, Microsoft sign five-year partnership for AI push
Business|Economy|Education|Technology

Boeing hiring more than 100 factory workers a week to boost output, replace retirees

Boeing is hiring around 100 to 140 factory workers a week, the highest pace since 2024, as the U.S. jetmaker replaces retirees and

Boeing hiring more than 100 factory workers a week to boost output, replace retirees
Crime|Education|Political|World

Settlers block Palestinian pupils' path to West Bank school with barbed wire

Dozens of Palestinian children have been unable to go to school in the Israeli-occupied West Bank this week because of barbed wire

Settlers block Palestinian pupils' path to West Bank school with barbed wire
Americas|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|US|World

Cuba's president says island does not wish for US aggression but ready to fight if needed

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel says that while Cuba does not want military aggression from the United States, his country is prepared to fight should it happen

Cuba's president says island does not wish for US aggression but ready to fight if needed